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Seat

Representative for New York District 7

Born

March 28, 1953

Age 73

Phone

(202) 225-2361

Office

2302 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|New York District 7

Nydia M. Velázquez

Nydia Margarita Velázquez Serrano is an American politician and lawyer serving as the U.S. representative for New York's 7th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented New York's 12th congressional district from 1993 to 2013, prior to redistricting. She chaired the Congressional Hispanic Caucus from 2009 to 2011. Velázquez is the first Puerto Rican woman to serve in Congress.

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Voting Record — 496

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No59%

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Not Voting3%

Party align97%

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Congressional District 7

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Nydia M. Velázquez

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratNew York District 7

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Nydia M.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 34 sponsored · 188 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reposted byRep. Nydia Velázquez

Representative Becca Balint@balint.house.govApr 28(source)

Rally tomorrow at the State Department! Marco Rubio must hear our voices demanding that Mohsen Mahdawi is released immediately. Proud to protest with @vanhollen.senate.gov, @raskin.house.gov, @jayapal.house.gov, @frost.house.gov, @pressley.house.gov, and more of my powerhouse colleagues. Join us📢💥

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 28(source)

Today, @ocasio-cortez.house.gov and I demanded answers from HHS over the DOGE shutdown of the FDA’s San Juan lab. This lab protects Americans from contaminated drugs, supports our emergency stockpile, safeguards public health, and provides good jobs for PR. Closing it endangers lives.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 25(source)

Arresting Judge Dugan is a dangerous attack on our courts and a blatant abuse of power. Trump is weaponizing the federal government and attacking the rule of law. This is straight out of the authoritarian playbook.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 23(source)

Republicans call it $880 billion in Medicaid cuts. We call it 34,000 lives that could have been saved. We can't gut the programs that help underserved communities survive.

More Perfect Union

@moreperfectunion.bsky.social

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If Republican lawmakers roll back Medicaid expansion funding it could lead to over 34,000 more deaths every year, according to new research from The Center for American Progress. thehill.com/policy/healt...

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 23(source)

Have questions about your rights as a tenant? Join me tomorrow for a Know Your Rights Workshop covering everything from tenant protections to landlord responsibilities. Date: April 24th, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM, ET Location: Williamsburg Community Center, 196 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 22(source)

www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Democrats Take Aim at Puerto Rico Tax Perks for Crypto Investors

Democratic lawmakers on Monday introduced a bill to block investors from using Puerto Rico as a cryptocurrency tax haven — a proposal unlikely to advance without Republican support and as Congress pri...

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 22(source)

Puerto Rico is set to lose $4.5B by 2026 from tax breaks for wealthy investors, while costs rise & locals are pushed out. My bill will close loopholes for digital assets & end PR’s crypto tax haven status. This bill will help Puerto Ricans shape their own economic future.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 22(source)

New York is on the frontlines of the climate crisis: floods, heatwaves, rising seas. This #EarthDay, let’s commit to bold action: a Green New Deal, clean energy, and justice for all. Our future depends on it.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 21(source)

I join millions around the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. His legacy will live in the hearts of all who were touched by his compassion and courage. May he rest in eternal peace.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 18(source)

Proud to be a founding member of the Monopoly Busters Caucus. Corporate monopolies have gutted local economies, crushed small biz, and driven up prices. As the Trump admin works to cut taxes for billionaire, Congress must stand up for workers, consumers, and competition.

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal

@jayapal.house.gov

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As Trump stacks his cabinet with billionaires and tries to pass a $4.5 trillion tax cut for the richest 1%, we need to stand up, fight corporate power, make sure government works for everyone, and WIN. That’s why I’m launching the Monopoly Busters Caucus.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 18(source)

There is no ambiguity. It is illegal to use taxpayer money to pay a foreign country to imprison people. Secretary Rubio owes us answers about this administration's blatant disregard for the law.

Tom Jawetz

@tomjawetz.bsky.social

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The press and the courts are talking—intelligently and powerfully—about every aspect of the Trump administration’s rendition of people to El Salvador **except** the illegal use of taxpayer money to fund the imprisonment. On what authority?!? This letter is great. migrantinsider.com/p/lawmakers-...

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 17(source)

Over 83K people in NY-07 rely on Social Security—retirees, disabled workers, spouses, & kids. This week, we rallied in Bushwick for Social Security Day of Action to tell Trump & Musk: hands off Social Security. Thank you to the advocates and neighbors who showed up and spoke out.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 16(source)

Mohsen Mahdawi showed up for his citizenship interview and was instead abducted by ICE. With each arrest targeting students for speech, Trump is chipping away at the First Amendment protections for every American. Mohsen must be released immediately.

Representative Becca Balint

@balint.house.gov

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My colleagues and I demand answers from Kristi Noem and Marco Rubio about the illegal and inhumane abduction of Mohsen Mahdawi, a permanent legal resident of the United States. The Constitution guarantees people within our borders basic rights, including due process and free speech.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 11(source)

The Trump admin hasn’t accused Mahmoud Khalil of committing a crime. But they’ve labeled his speech a threat and targeted him for deportation. This is a clear 1st Amendment violation. I stand with Mahmoud, and anyone who cares about our constitutional rights should too.

Molly Crane-Newman

@mollycranenewman.bsky.social

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Per his attorneys, Mahmoud Khalil asked to address the court at his immigration hearing today, where a judge gave the green light to the Trump admin to deport him. “This is exactly why the Trump administration has sent me to this court, 1,000 miles away from my family.”

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 11(source)

Kilmar Abrego Garcia should have never been torn from his family and his community. Now the court has spoken unanimously. There are no more excuses—bring him back.

Kyle Cheney

@kyledcheney.bsky.social

Open post ↗

BREAKING: The Supreme Court will require the Trump administration to "facilitate" the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. s3.documentcloud.org/documents/25...

Reposted byRep. Nydia Velázquez

The Intercept@theintercept.comApr 9(source)

Going beyond their critique of the infamous Signal chat, progressives are demanding to know the White House’s legal justification for its Yemen strikes.

Progressives Push to Assert Congress Power Over Yemen War

Led by Reps. Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna, and Val Hoyle, progressives laid the groundwork for trying to block Trump’s attacks on Yemen.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 10(source)

Today, I stood with Jennifer Vasquez Sura. Her husband Kilmar Abrego García, a lawful U.S. resident, father and union worker, was torn from his family and sent to a prison camp in El Salvador. No criminal record. No hearing. No proof. We're fighting to bring him back.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 9(source)

The news out of the Dominican Republic has been heart wrenching. Thinking of the lives lost, the families left behind, and everyone mourning this terrible tragedy. Many in New York are feeling this deeply and we stand with you during this difficult time. apnews.com/article/domi...

The roof collapses at a Dominican Republic nightclub, killing at least 79 people

A roof collapse at the iconic Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic has killed at least 79 people and others may be trapped.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez@velazquez.house.govApr 8(source)

The U.S. cannot send people to places where torture is a known risk. Transfers to El Salvador’s CECOT prison violate international law, US law, & our commitment to human rights. Today, @ramirez.house.gov & I wrote to Sec. Rubio demanding answers & a halt to these transfers.

Reposted byRep. Nydia Velázquez

Pablo Manríquez@pabloreports.bsky.socialApr 8(source)

Lawmakers Slam Rubio Over El Salvador Prison Transfers (EXCLUSIVE) migrantinsider.com/p/lawmakers-...

Lawmakers Slam Rubio Over El Salvador Prison Transfers (EXCLUSIVE)

Rep. Velázquez co-leads letter demanding answers for human rights abuses.

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Sponsored Bills(34)

H.J. Res. 169 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.R. 8563 (119th)
To clarify eligibility for small business loans, and for other purposes.
H.R. 8534 (119th)
To amend the Small Business Act to establish an Office of Territorial Affairs, and for other…
H.R. 8282 (119th)
To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl in recognit…
H.J. Res. 153 (119th)
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the R…

Cosponsored Bills(188)

H. Res. 1267 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that small business owners seeking fina…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8669 (119th)
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5951 Riverdale Aven…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8645 (119th)
To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1238 (119th)
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for st…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1222 (119th)
Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National…
Joined: 2026-04-28

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Voting History

496 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-11-19	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-11-19	S.J. Res. 80 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 131 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 130 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H.R. 4405 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H.R. 2659 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-17	H.R. 1608 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-13	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-12	H. Res. 873 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H. Res. 719 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-18	H.R. 1047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3015 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3062 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 713 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5143 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5125 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 5140 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 4922 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 2721 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-15	H.R. 3400 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-15	H.J. Res. 117 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3486 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Instruct negotiators	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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